30 WAYS TO Use Rosemary

Copyright: Evaggelia Karageorgi

Published By: E. Karageorgi & S. Zafeiris

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Contents

30 WAYS TO Use Rosemary

Copyright

Dedication

Introduction

Cautions:

For your hair only!

Rinse it!

Mask it!

Need memory improvement?

Drink it!

Wear it!

Smell it!

Boost your sex life!

Spice it!

Massage it!

Serve it!

Suffering of migraine or headache?

Compress it!

Infuse it!

Rub it!

Syrup it!

What about beauty “elixirs”?

Salt it!

Bathe it!

Lotion it!

Repel poisonous animals and insects!

Spread it!

Spray it!

Do some cooking!

Potato it!

Bean it!

Need some flavor in your salads?

Oil it!

Vinegar it!

Clean the air and feel good!

Diffuse it!

Burn it!

Steam it!

Banish negative energy!

Plant it!

Incense it!

Step on it!

Soothe your intestine and lift up your energy!

Cocktail it!

Mix it!

Sweet Dreams!

Pillow it!

But most of all:

Disclaimer:

About The Author

30 Ways to Use Rosemary

Dedication

This book is dedicated to the beautiful, optimistic, happy and determined people of the planet.

For a better world and a better life!

Introduction

30 Ways to use Rosemary is the brand new book of the creative "X-Ways to" ebook series. It is an introduction to the numerous uses of one of the most extraordinary herbs: Rosemary, an herb with multiple properties and benefits, variously used since ancient times until today.

Following the same fun and intuitive spirit of the previously published books of the series, 30 Ways to Use Rosemary will show you around the amazing uses of rosemary along with facts, history and myths! Enjoy!

“Rosmarinus officinalis”

Its Latin name is "Rosmarinus", meaning the "rose of the sea", because it thrives even near the sea. According to another tradition, its flowers were originally white but their color changed when the Virgin Mary threw her garment on the plant. Then the flowers turned blue. It is also said that in her honor got its name "Rose of Mary".

Rosemary has played a very important role for the Mediterranean people, both as a gastronomic ingredient and a healing herb.

You can use rosemary to prepare healing beverages or to give your meals a special flavor, to relieve the headache, to stimulate your hair, even as an elixir of youth! I almost forgot: If you are a witch, watch out because it can vanquish you... but I suppose you already know that...! :D

Rosemaryis an herb that you should definitely have in your garden. It is not just a simple herb for gastronomic creations but it has many more benefits that may surprise you.

Its flavor is intense, spicy and relatively bitter.

Rosemary is a shrub with very small and thin leaves, which are densely packed on the branches and never lose their green color all year long. Its flowers are blue-purple, and sometimes white.

It grows in any soil, even if it is rocky. You can grow a new rosemary bush, simply by planting sprigs from a larger plant! Put the sprigs 5 to 6 days in the water before you plant them.

It is a very durable and decorative shrub with very few growing requirements. It can be easily adapted in your garden or on your balcony in a pot, as long as there is sufficient sunlight. Rosemary does not like moisture in the soil. The root may rot from over-watering and the plant can be attacked by fungi and die.

According to the books, rosemary blooms from March to June ... Mine however blossomed in February!

Cautions:

·        Herbs are very beneficial to health, but must be used wisely. Large amounts may cause poisoning!

·        If you are pregnant you should consult your doctor before use. In many rural areas rosemary was used for abortion.

·        Symptomsof overdose include dizziness, hallucinations, convulsions and damage of the mucous membranes of the kidneys and intestines.

·        During pregnancy, breastfeeding, homeopathic treatment, or if you suffer from chronic or incurable diseases (diabetes, cancer, cardiovascular, hypertension, epilepsy, renal insufficiency etc.), consult your doctor/physician before usage.

For your hair only!

Rosemaryrejuvenates and reconstructs “tired” hair. Also removes grease and it is considered as the “herbal medicine” against hair loss. This is why you may find it as a basic ingredient in many hair products.

Rinse it!

Rinse your hair with rosemary water.

In a large bowlput 2 tbsp of dried rosemary leaves and 1 tbsp of chamomile. Pour 1 quart of boiling water and let it cool. (If your hair is blond, use 2 tbsp of chamomile and 1tbsp of rosemary)

Strain itinto another container or a jug and use it after shampooing as the final rinse. Gently massage your hair, comb and let them dry.

Repeat after 5-6 shampooing for better results.

Mask it!

A mask recipe thattreats the hair from the roots to the ends, strengthens and tones the scalp.

You need:

·         ½ cup of olive oil

·         ½ fresh squeezed lemon

·         1 egg yolk

·         2 tsp of dried rosemary leaves

(Notes: If you have blond hair, add 1 tsp of chamomile and 1 tsp of rosemary.

For an easier and cheaper version, just use the olive oil and the rosemary.)

Preparation: Mix the oil and the rosemary in a pot over medium heat. When the mixture gets warm, remove it from the heat.

After 20 minutes, strain, add the egg yolk and the lemon juice and mix until they get unified. Apply the mixture to your hair and let it sit for 20 minutes.

Then wash your hair very well. (Tip: Use the shampoo directly on your hair and then rinse with water.)

Preparingnatural cosmetics is fun, inexpensive and enhances the ritual of your beauty care!

Need memory improvement?

Rosemary improves concentrationand memory. It is considered the ideal herb for mental fatigue.

Drink it!

Studies have shown that rosemary stimulates the synthesisof the main nerve growth factor, NGF (Nerve Growth Factor), a factor that helps prevent damage and cell death.

Prepare a nice cup of rosemary infusion:

Put asmall twig with leaves and 3-4 flowers in a pot with 2 cups of boiling water.

Leaveit in the hot water for 7-10 minutes and strain.

Serve anddrink hot. Add a teaspoon of honey if desired.

Combine withorange slices or ginseng!

If youdrink 1-2 cups a day for 3 weeks, then you have to take a one week break before you continue for another 3 weeks.

Note: do not take thesame herb for more than 2-3 months.

Wear it!

Rosemary is considered the natural memory enhancer. Wherein placed on the body, it stimulates the blood circulation. Probably this is why the ancient Greeks wore garlands of rosemary on their heads when they were studying hard.

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Ifyou cannot make a rosemary garland as the ancient Greeks did, you could try this:

Takeone to two sprigs of rosemary and fasten them around your forehead with a hair ribbon.

It may look funny but sometimes the hard study for exams worth every trying!

Smell it!

According to British researchers, even the smell of rosemary can enhance our mental capacity.

There are many ways to smell rosemary. Here they are some ideas:

·         If you're at home, you can put in boiling water 10 drops of rosemary essential oil, 6 drops of lemon essential oil and 1 drop of sage essential oil and breathe the scented steam.

·         You can usethe same blend of essential oils at home or in your office if you have an essential oil warmer or a diffuser. You can find electric diffusers in the store or online. There are diffusers even for your car!

·         Sprinkle a fewdrops of rosemary essential oil on a cloth handkerchief and smell it whenever you want, wherever you are!

If you live in a sunny place, you can always plant rosemary outside your window and smell it every morning!

Boost your sex life!

The intenseand penetrating perfume of rosemary has aphrodisiac properties.Regulates the adrenal glands and hormone production; it is warming and stimulating and prolongs the sexual pleasure!

Spice it!

The fact that in ancient Greece rosemary was regarded as a gift of the goddess Aphrodite (Venus) isn’t a coincidence! Aphrodite was an archetype associated with many symbolisms. Among them are those of the divine matchmaker and the stimulating factor of sensual desire.

Boil 2 cups of water. Add1 teaspoon of rosemary flowers, 1 teaspoon of peppermint leaves and 1 cinnamon stick. Remove from fire and let it stay for about 7-10 minutes. Strain well, add 2 tsp of honey and drink very slowly.

Attention: Large quantities won’tbring better results; they may cause drowsiness and dizziness.

Massage it!

Rosemary is an excellent tonic and stimulantfor sexual problems associated with severe fatigue.

It is also saidthat Napoleon used on his honeymoon hundreds of bottles of rosemary scented water!

Make your own massage oil blend:

In a bottle mix 100 ml (3.5Oz) of almond oil with 20 drops of rosemary, 10 drops jasmine or rose and 10 drops of cinnamon essential oils. Blend and enjoy!

Or

Mix20 drops of rosemary essential oil in 1 Oz (25-30ml) almond oil.

Massagethe tired muscles and temples. You can also massage just hands and feet!

Is there anything betterthan a relaxing massage that rejuvenates the erotic mood?

Serve it!

During the European Middle Ages, rosemary was used as an ingredient for erotic filters.

However, instead of a magic potion you can serve your partner a flavored glass of wine!

You need:

·         8 cups of red wine

·         2 branches of fresh rosemary

·         3.5 ounces sugar

·         1 cinnamon stick

Preparation: Putthe rosemary, the cinnamon and the sugar in a pot and pour the wine. Close the cap and leave it for eight days in a dark place. Shake well once a day to dissolve the sugar. Strain the mixture and serve at room temperature. One glass of wine each time is enough!

What is good for the heart and blood vessels is also good to our sexual health...!

Several rosemary benefits

Recent studiesshow thatrosemary can protect the brain from stroke, neurodegeneration and Alzheimer's disease.

ü  Ideal for mental fatigue

ü  Cardiotonic

ü  Regulates the adrenal glands

ü  Cholagogue

ü  Expectorant

ü  Antiseptic for the lungs (bronchitis, influenza, whooping cough, asthma)

ü  Helps intestinal disorders (colitis, diarrhea, gas)

ü  Digestive

ü  Tonic for vision

ü  Stimulates the nervous system

ü  Good for rheumatism and muscle aches

ü  Sprains, sprains, bruises

ü  The gargling is good for oral ulcers.

ü  The juice of mashed fresh rosemary leaves, stops alopecia.

J

Suffering of migraine or headache?

Infusion or decoction of rosemary is widely used as a healing beverage for the headache. The rubbing of the forehead with rosemary oil can be very beneficial if you suffer of chronic migraine. You can also place a moist fabric with a few drops of essential oil on your forehead.

Compress it!

Pour 2 ½ cups of water into a bowl, add 6 drops of rosemary essential oil and stir. Immerse a small towel into the bowl for a few minutes. Then squeezeit and place it on your forehead. Press gently with your fingers and relax for a few minutes.

Repeatfor several times if the headache is intense.

Note: instead of essential oil you can add a few drops of your homemade rosemary extract.

Some soft music that makes you happy will also help!

Infuse it!

Rosemaryreduces the dilation of blood vessels thereby relieves headache.

Put 1 tsp of rosemary leaves or flowers,

½ tsp of mint leaves,

½ tsp of sage leaves in

2 cups of boiled water.

Cover and let it for 10 minutes.

Then strain and add 1 tsp of honey if you like.

One cup two times a day for three to four days is enough.

Relaxation isequally important for the relief of headache and migraine.

So, here's another recipe with more relaxing properties:

Follow the same procedure as above, using the following ingredients this time:

·         3 cups of boiled water

·         1 tbsp of rosemary leaves or flowers

·         1 tsp of chamomile

·         1 tsp of valerian

Thedigestive substances of rosemary stimulate the liver and cleanse the body of toxins.

Rub it!

Rubbingthe forehead, the temples and the neck with a rosemary oil mixture, can relieve the pains of the head.

Create your own rosemary extract

Use plant oil as a base, such as almond oil.

·         3.5 Oz almond oil

·         5 tsp dried rosemary leaves

Preparation: Put therosemary leaves in a sterilized jar or bottle, add the almond oil and close it securely. Place it in a warm and sunny spot for 3 weeks. Shake it once a day during these weeks.

Thendrain the oil very carefully using a muslin cloth. Keep it in a dark glass bottle in a cool, shady place.

Use this homemade extract to massage gently your forehead, your temples or the back of your neck.

You can use the same analogy to prepare any herb extract you want.

Thecauses of headaches or migraines are numerous: fatigue, tension and anxiety, digestive problems, colds, allergies, etc.

You also have the option to use essential oils and try one of the following combinations for head massage:

1 tsp of almond or sesame oil +

·         2 drops of rosemary essential oil and 1 drop of mint essential oil, or

·         1 drop of rosemary, 1 drop of lavender and 1 drop of chamomile essential oils, or

·         2 drops of rosemary and 2 drops of eucalyptus essential oils.

Note: Use the essential oilsalways diluted and not directly to the skin.

Essentialoils must be 100% pure, not adulterated or synthetic. You may consider consulting an aroma therapist for further advice.

Syrup it!

You need:

·         3 cups of boiled water

·         2 sprigs of rosemary

·         1 fresh squeezed lemon

·         ½ cup of honey

·         1 pound of sugar

Prepare: Putthe rosemary in a pot and pour in the boiling water. Cover and let the infusion rest for about 10 minutes.

Straininto a saucepan, add the lemon juice, the honey and the sugar and cook over low heat. Keep stirring until sugar dissolves and the syrup thickens, for about 5-7 minutes.

Put it in aclean, dry jar and let it cool before cover.

Two tablespoons a day, for 3-4 days are enough. (1 in the morning, 1 in the evening)

Caution: Do not useany of the above mixtures without askingyour physician: during pregnancy, breastfeeding, if you apply some homeopathic treatment, or for people with chronic or incurable diseases (diabetes, cancer, cardiovascular, hypertension, epilepsy, renal insufficiency etc.).

What about beauty “elixirs”?

The myth talks about a famous elixir of youth, which transformed the seventy years old with arthritis, Queen Elizabeth of Hungary into an attractive young woman. As a result, the 25 year old King of Poland asked her to marry him at 1370 AD.

The elixir was named "Water of the Queen of Hungary" and was produced from the distillation of rosemary, cedar and turpentine.

I wish I had the complete recipe but if you find it first, please let me know!

Salt it!

Make your own rosemary bath salts:

You need:

3 tbsp of rosemary dried leaves and flowers (or 1 tbsp of rosemary, 1 tbsp of chamomile, 1 tbsp of lavender flowers)

1 cup of Sea Salt

1 cup of any Exotic Salt (Celtic, Dead Sea, Himalayan, Hawaiian)

3 tbsp sweet almond oil

3-4 drops of rosemary and orange essential oils (optional)

Prepare: Mix all the ingredients in a dry and clean container with a cap. Close well and let the herbs infuse their oils for at least one day (2 days is the best). Toss one handful in the hot bathtub water. Enjoy!

Bathe it!

“If you are feeling weak, boil rosemary leaves in fresh water, wash yourself and then you will shine ... smell it and feel young...” [Medieval literature]

Bathing inrosemary is said to be beneficial for the skin.

Here are two ways to bathe with rosemary:

1.      Infuse 1 cup of rosemary leaves in one cup of boiled water, cover it and let it for20-30 minutes. Take a quick shower and gently rub your body witha loofah to get rid of dead skin cells. Fill the bathtub with hot water, add the rosemary infusion and enjoy a relaxing bath! If you have already made an oil based rosemary extract, add 1 tsp in the bathtub water!

2.      You will needtwo tbsp of rosemary leaves and flowers, 1 tsp of chamomile and 1 tsp of lavender (best use fresh herbs but if you can’t find any, you can use dried). Put the herbs in a muslin cloth and fold it to make a pouch. Tie it with a ribbon and plunge into the hot bath water. Relax and enjoy your bath with the infused herbs.  Before you get out of the tub, use the pouch to rub all of your body!

Add a handful of your homemade bath salts and take off into the enjoyment!

Lotion it!

You need:

·         2 tsp of rosemary dried leaves and flowers (or 2 tbsp of fresh leaves)

·         2 cups of water

Preparation: Bring water to a boil, add the rosemary leaves and let it simmer for about 10-12 minutes. Remove from fire and let it cool. Strain and put it in a small jar or bottle. You can store it in the fridge for 3-4 days.

Application: Put someon a cotton ball and gently spread it all over your face. Your skin must be already clean. If you have swollen eyes, press softly the swollen spots with the cotton ball.

A more advancedlotion for skins with more complex problems, such as oiliness, acne or pimples, scars and inflammation:

·         2 cups of water

·         2 tbsp of rosemary leaves and flowers

·         1 tsp of fresh black peppercorns

·         2 tsp of apple vinegar

Preparation: Put the rosemary and the pepper in a pot with the water. Bring to a boil, lower the fire and let it simmer until half the water evaporates. Remove from fire and let it cool. Strain into a bottle and add the apple vinegar.

Shake well and use it on clean skin before you go to bed.  Store in the fridge for a few days.

The three ingredientshave significant antioxidant, antiseptic (rosemary) and antibacterial (curcumin of pepper) properties and vitamins A and C (apple vinegar)

Repel poisonous animals and insects!

“If you put the leaves at the door and at two or three other places in your house, snakes will not hurt you, neither scorpion nor any other poisonous animals. Even if there is a snake in a hole, burn some rosemary there next to it. Feeling the smell the snake exits to go away or dies...”

This is what Agapios, a monk from Crete Island, says in his book "Geoponikon", written back in 1634 AD.

Spread it!

You can spread rosemary leaves in front of your doors and windows. You could also hang little bags with dried leaves; try to hang them as close to the ground as you can.

Of course, ifthere is enough sunlight, plant some rosemary bushes in pots outside your doors and windows.

Spray it!

You can make your own spray repellent:

Add 1cup of chopped rosemary and 1 mashed garlic clove in 2 cups of boiling water and cover. Remove from fire and leave it there for about 2 hours.

Then strain the liquid into a vaporizer.

Spray with itthe passages through which reptiles and insects can enter in your home.

You can make itstronger by adding 1 tbsp Melissa leaves and 1 tbsp Mint leaves.

You can even protectyour clothes from moths by placing in the closets little bags with a mixture of rosemary, sage, lavender and basil.

Do some cooking!

It is true that rosemary is mostly used for flavoring meat, poultry and fish. For example, in Italy they use it to flavor lamb, beef, rabbit, chicken and fish but they also use it in pasta sauces, breads, pizzas and desserts. In France is a well known flavoring for some kinds of ham, and tonic wines. On Crete island rosemary is called "Arismari" and it is very popular in snail dishes.

As a vegetarian, I will give you two meatless recipes J

Potato it!

How about Baked Potatoes with rosemary?

Ingredients (serves 2, preparation and cooking time 50-60 minutes):

·         1 pound of small round potatoes

·         ½ cup of olive oil

·         1 tbsp mustard

·         1 tsp sugar

·         3 tsp white wine

·         ½ cup of rosemary leaves

·         1 tsp red pepper (cayenne)

·         1 freshly squeezed lemon

·         ½ cup of water

·         Salt and pepper

Prepare: Scrub and wash the potatoes very well, without peeling them. Boil them for about 10 minutes. Strain and put them in an oven proof dish.

Putin a blender the olive oil, the mustard, the sugar, the wine, the red pepper, the lemon juice, the water and seasoning. Beat until the mixture becomes creamy.

Pour over the potatoes.

Add about ½ cup of water.

Sprinkle with the rosemary leaves and bake inpreheated oven at 180 °C (356°F), on the bottom grate for about 25-30 minutes.

Serve with a fine glass of chilled white wine!

Bean it!

Rosemary is also great for flavoring foods cooked with wine or garlic.

Ingredients (preparation and cooking time: 20 minutes)

2 pounds of round green beans (fresh or frozen)

1 tsp of rosemary (dried or fresh)

1 tsp of salt

¼ cup of vinegar

½ cup of olive oil

1 crushed or finely chopped garlic clove (optional)

Preparation: Pour two liters of water in a kettle, add the rosemary and the salt and bring to a boil. Then toss in the beans and cook for about 15 minutes, until tender.

Strain and keep aside.

Mix well the oil with the vinegar and the garlic, add a little salt and pour over the beans!

Enjoy as a side dish or salad!

Note: If you uselarge quantities of rosemary, food can get a taste of camphor.

Need some flavor in your salads?

Rosemary is a superb flavoring for olive oil, vinegar and various cooking salts.

Oil it!

Flavoredoilthat matches wonderfully with salads, baked potatoes, eggplant and mushrooms, grilled meats, poultry and fish.

You need:

·         4 cups (about 1lt) of extra virgin olive oil

·         2 twigs of rosemary

·         2 garlic cloves

·         1 tsp of pink and black peppercorns

·         1 lemon slice

Preparation: Wash the rosemary twigs, peel the garlic cloves and cut them in half. Put all the ingredients in a bottle, pour the olive oil and close the cap. Keep it in a shady and cool place at least for 2 weeks.

Then, your homemade flavored oil is ready to taste it in your dishes!

Olive oilflavored with rosemary can be easily combined with other flavors and aromas.

Vinegar it!

During the European Middle Ages, rosemary was used as an ingredient of the "four thieves vinegar": a vinegar with herbs that was believed to banish the plague.

The following is just a vinegar recipe for salads!

You need:

·         2 cups of vinegar

·         1 sprig of fresh rosemary

·         1 tsp of red-green-white and black peppercorns

·         1 dark glass bottle

Preparation: Put the rosemary and the peppercorns in the bottle.

Fill the bottle with vinegar and close well.

Store it in a cool, dark place for 3 weeks.

Enjoy it with your salads!

Gathering and storing

Gather whole, small tender branches.

The best time to collect is early in the morning or in the afternoon.

Then, you have to desiccate and store:

Pluck the leaves on a cotton towel. Put it in a cool and dry place away from the sun. When dried, keep them in a clean and dry jar and cover.

However, you can find very good quality packaged rosemary.

J

Clean the air and feel good!

In the old days people used to burn rosemary in hospitals to disinfect the air. This practice actually still exists (at least until a few years ago) in some French hospitals, where they burn rosemary along with cedar nuts.

Diffuse it!

In the 14thcentury the plague killed thousands of people. So, to protect from it, people carried rosemary in small bags and inhaled it when they passed through places infected by the disease.

You can buy adiffuser and use rosemary essential oil.

However,there are alternative ways to diffuse the fragrance into your space, more conveniently and economically.

All you need is classic ceramic oil warmer. Put a little water in its dish and a few small twigs with leaves. Light the candle and you’re done! For best results, let the twigs in the water for one or two hours before you light the candle.

If you have already made an oil based rosemary extract, add a few drops in the water!

Use this idea to scent your home with several natural herbs and spices, such as vanilla, cinnamon, lavender etc.

Burn it!

Do you have a fireplace? Great! Throw 3-4 rosemary twigs in the fire and let the natural scent of the burning leaves fill the room!

Dried herbs can be perfectly used as a natural tinder!

By this wayyou help in the disinfection of the city air!

Steam it!

In a pot pour 3 cups of water and add 2 twigs of rosemary. Bring to a boil and while it is still boiling, put the pot in the center of the room you need to refresh. (Put a heat resistant pad underneath the pot)

Alternatively, instead of rosemary twigs you can add 6-8 drops of rosemary essential oil.

If it is winter, you can place the pot on the radiator to extend the steaming.

Banish negative energy!

During the European Middle Ages, people believed that rosemary grows in the yards of righteous people! They also believed that it brings good luck and protects from witches and evil spirits.

Plant it!

It grows in any soil, even if it is rocky. You can grow a new rosemary bush, simply by planting sprigs from a larger plant! Before planting, put the sprigs 5 to 6 days in the water. Then plant them in the ground or in pots.

It is a very durable and decorative shrub with very few growing requirements. It can easily be adapted in your garden or on your balcony in a pot, as long as there is sufficient sunlight.

Incense it!

Follow theancient rituals and burn rosemary as an incense.

In anincense burner or in a small ceramic bowl, put a charcoal tablet and burn it. Put on top 1 tsp of dried rosemary and let the scent of burning leaves to purify the space.

Boost the purifying properties, by adding a few sage leaves!

Step on it!

Rememberthe little packets of rosemary we talked about earlier? This time you will put them under the front door mat!

This way, everytime you or a visitor enters the house, any negative energy will be “captured” at the entrance and will not enter the interior of the house.

History and myths..

In ancientGreek language the name of rosemary was “Livanotis”. Combined with frankincense, myrrh and other herbs it was used as incense for ritual cleansings.

In manyplaces people believed that rosemary is a symbol of the birth of Christ. It is considered as one of the herbs that God gave the first human beings when they expelled from Paradise. This is why this herb has special healing powers in order to relieve mankind.

According to astrologers, rosemary is the herb of the Sun.

The ancient Greeks and Romans appreciated very much this herb. According to the ancient Greeks, it was a gift of the goddess Aphrodite to humans. They used to burn it as incense next to the altars, so to please the gods and hear their prayers.

Another legend speaks about Lebanon, an excellent young man who was dedicated to the gods. Lebanon was murdered by disrespectful people. Then, goddess Earth transformed him into an aromatic bush so he could honor the gods with his fragrance.

During the European Middle Ages there was no garden without rosemary. People back then believed that rosemary grew in the yards of righteous people! They also believed that it brings good luck and protects from witches and evil spirits.

The ability of rosemary to enhance memory turned it into a symbol of fidelity, friendship and memories.

J

Soothe your intestine and lift up your energy!

"Boil rosemary flowers in water, until it is left half and drink the water. That will heal any illness you have in your intestines..” (Monk Agapios “Geoponikon”)

Cocktail it!

A nice cool herb and juice cocktail!

You need:

1 cup of water

1 tbsp of dried rosemary

1 cup of pomegranate juice

1 tsp of honey or agave syrup (optional)

Preparation: Boil the dried rosemary in the water for 5-6 minutes. Remove from fire, add the honey or syrup, stir and let it cool. Strain in a pot, add the pomegranate juice, stir and serve!

Mix it!

Rosemaryis considered an excellent body tonic. Ifcombined with other tonic herbs it provides a powerful energy drink!

You need:

·         1 tsp of dried rosemary

·         ½ tsp of ginseng

·         ½ tsp of licorice root

·         3 cups of water

Put the three herbs in a pot and pour hot water over them. Cover the pot and let it stay for 10 minutes. Add 2-3 tsp of honey if desired.

Serve hot or when it cools put it in the fridge and serve it later with ice cubes and an orange slice.

Ginseng belongs to the leader team of tonic herbs. Licorice increases the healing properties of other herbs and reduces the bitter taste that some of them might have.

Sweet Dreams!

“Put the leaves under your pillow so not to see bad dreams..” As monk Agapios says in “Geoponikon”

Pillow it!

Simple as that:

Put some rosemary leaves and flowers in a small bag and place it under your pillow. Have sweet dreams!

Theyoung girls were putting it under their pillow to dream of the love of their life.

But most of all:

Enjoy it!

Thank you!

Disclaimer:

The above information is a sharing of traditional knowledge and experiences for educational and informational purposes. It does not constitute medical diagnosis or medication recommendation. This book is not intended to substitute professional diagnosis and treatment. Also, is not intended to replace any medication you already take or the advice of your doctor.

The author and the publishers disclaim any warranties and are not liable for excessive and careless use, for any incidental or consequential damage connected direct or indirectly with the content of this ebook, or the ignoring of the recommendations of your doctor.

The liability, use, misuse, negligence of any recipe, instruction or ideas given in this book is under the total responsibility of the reader.

Author and publisher disclaim also any warranties for the accuracy of the external links content.

About The Author

Evelyn is a graduate of Drama, Fine Arts and Feng Shui schools.

“Hello again! I love cooking but most of all I enjoy learning new stuff. I leave at the countryside and everyday I learn something new about growing and using herbs and plants. Writing and sharing about new and old experiences is exciting, fun and meaningful. Making the first book: 50 ways to drink tea has been very inspiring! 30 ways to eat a Tomato followed the same spirit and I hope you enjoyed it too!

When I saw the blossomed rosemary bush this spring, the idea of writing about this magnificent herb was very inspiring. The “30 ways to use Rosemary” was ready to be born. I hope it’s fun and informative for you as much it was for me!”

30 Ways to Use Rosemary

All Rights Reserved © 2013 by Evaggelia Karageorgi

Table of Contents

other books

Copyright

Dedication

Introduction

Cautions:

For your hair only!

Rinse it!

Mask it!

Need memory improvement?

Drink it!

Wear it!

Smell it!

Boost your sex life!

Spice it!

Massage it!

Serve it!

Several rosemary benefits

Suffering of migraine or headache?

Compress it!

Infuse it!

Rub it!

Syrup it!

What about beauty “elixirs”?

Salt it!

Bathe it!

Lotion it!

Repel poisonous animals and insects!

Spread it!

Spray it!

Do some cooking!

Potato it!

Bean it!

Need some flavor in your salads?

Oil it!

Vinegar it!

Clean the air and feel good!

Diffuse it!

Burn it!

Steam it!

Banish negative energy!

Plant it!

Incense it!

Step on it!

Soothe your intestine and lift up your energy!

Cocktail it!

Mix it!

Sweet Dreams!

Pillow it!

Enjoy it!

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